Shawnessy Travel Guide
Calgary
Popular places to visit
Stampede Park
Stampede Park is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Calgary. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its lively festivals.
Calgary Zoo
See exotic animals and even dinosaurs as you wander through botanic gardens and re-creations of diverse habitats ranging from Africa to South America.
University of Calgary
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Calgary during your travels in Calgary. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the great live music in this vibrant area.
Grey Eagle Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Grey Eagle Casino during your visit to Calgary? Stroll along the riverfront or experience the entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Calgary Tower
With a tourist information center and views over the zoo, Olympic Plaza, Old City Hall and Chinatown, this downtown landmark is the ideal place to get your bearings.
Chinook Centre
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Chinook Centre during your trip to Calgary. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Things to do
2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town
Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary Walk Ticket in Canada
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Hot Springs Bow Falls TRIP
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff
Lake Louise, Banff Gondola, & Yoho National Park 2 Day Tour
Banff: Lake Louise, Emerald, Marble Canyon and Yoho Tour
Top hotels in Shawnessy
Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport
Room was dusty
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Calgary-Airport by IHG
Very good and affordable
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE
Great location, great staff and loved the roof top hot tubs
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Hotel 11, MOD A Sonesta Collection
This was a layover for a flight, staff was very friendly and polite, room were clean and the price was right. Easy to get to from the airport.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel
Airport shuttle needs to be repaired.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Sandman Signature Calgary Downtown Hotel
Staff were super helpful, would stay again.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shawnessy
Southwest Calgary
Southwest Calgary is a destination travellers like for its river views, and you might hop aboard the metro at Southland Station or Anderson Station to explore sights like Stampede Park.
Southeast Calgary
While you're in Southeast Calgary, take in top sights like Deerfoot Casino or Southcentre Mall, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Chinook Station or 39th Avenue Station.
Seton
Seton is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Brookfield Residential YMCA at Seton and Seton Cineplex Cinemas and VIP.
Mount Royal
While Mount Royal isn't home to many top sights, Stampede Park and Fourth Street are some notable places to visit nearby.
Mission District
You'll enjoy the breweries and churches in Mission District. You might want to make time for a stop at Macnab Wing of the Holy Cross Hospital or Fourth Street.
Ramsay
While there might not be top attractions in Ramsay, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Stampede Park and Scotiabank Saddledome.
